PLANS AND PROGRAMS ANALYST

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Plans and Policy Analyst for the 1AF (AFNORTH) Commander's Action Group (CAG).

Duties

Drafts strategic plans, policies, and guidance on behalf of the 1AF (AFNORTH) Commander. Facilitates strategic communication for the Commander, Deputy and Vice Commander, 1AF (AFNORTH) for strategic principles and models for coordination, integration, and deployment of policies, initiatives, and programs that span the spectrum from Strategic Planning to Tactical Execution. Informs Commander Strategic Engagements and facilitates critical communication and cooperation with Department of Defense, NORAD/NORTHCOM, ACC, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Canadian Region (CANR), Alaska Region (ANR), Western Air Defense Sector (WADS), Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS), in his role as the 1AF (AFNORTH) Commander, NORAD Combined Forces Air Component Command (CFACC), Commander, Air Force Forces (COMAFFOR) and Continental Region (CONR) Commander on top priority Department of Defense programs of interest to the 1AF (AFNORTH) Enterprise. Researches and correlates data on the impact of strategy, policy initiatives, reviews and proposed program changes by Congress, Office of Secretary of Defense, the Joint Staff, NORAD/NORTHCOM, HAF, and the States Adjutants General.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Applying NORAD/NORTHCOM, USSPACECOM, HQ USAF, HQ ANG, HQ AFRC, and ACC functions, operations, policies, procedures, and practices and the concepts, theories, and practices of the specialist work performed in the subordinate organizations; Application of qualitative and quantitative state-of-the art analytical and evaluation methods and techniques for developing management control systems, improvement complex business processes and assessing program effectiveness; Involvement with DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System (PPBES) and various budget formulation process, policies, procedures and regulations. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Comprehensive knowledge of NORAD/NORTHCOM, HQ USAF, HQ ANG, HQ AFRC, and ACC functions, operations, policies, procedures, and practices and the concepts, theories, and practices of the specialist work performed in the subordinate organizations. Comprehensive knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, operations that govern and interface with NORAD/NORTHCOM, HQ USAF, HQ ANG, HQ AFRC, and ACC customer requirements for identification of strategic and long-range management planning issues. Knowledge of wide range of qualitative and quantitative state-of-the-art analytical and evaluation methods and techniques for developing management control systems, improving complex business processes and assessing program effectiveness. Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions. Knowledge and understanding of the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System (PPES) and various budget formulation processes, policies, procedures and regulations. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. A high degree of written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of staff including senior level leadership within and outside the DOD. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using a high degree of tact and diplomacy, to prepare and present surveys, reports, proposals, and press releases. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.